KIA PV5 — recall

Automotive · United Kingdom · 2026-06-16

Kia PV5 front shock absorber lower bracket welding insufficient

Country	United Kingdom
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-06-16
Manufacturer	KIA
Models affected	PV5
Units affected	144
Defect	PV5 Front Shock Absorber Lower Bracket Welding - Safety Recall \| Potential that the right-hand front shock absorber lower bracket welding may fail and the shock absorber becomes detached from the lower arm. This would cause the vehicle ride height to drop at the front right side.
Recall type	Vehicle
Remedy	Check LOT number if within affected range replace shock absorber.
Recall number	R/2026/219
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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